Joe Schenk III

VP of LV Scenic and Showpay Labor

A Las Vegas native, Joe Schenk III oversees the operation of both Scenic Technologies and Showpay Payroll Services.

Joe began his entertainment career in the late 1980’s as a third generation stagehand. His career quickly expanded tied with the rapid growth of Las Vegas, to include projects such as Siegfried & Roy at The Mirage, The Front Feature at Treasure Island, Cirque Du Solil and EFX to name a few.

Joe joined Scenic Technologies in 1993 as a project manager and then General Manager where he continued to oversee many of PRG’s larger Las Vegas projects.  In 2001, Joe left PRG to start his own entertainment technology company.  After selling his interest in that company in 2004, he was persuaded to return to PRG to manage the company’s growing labor services business.

During his career, Joe has managed the technical solutions for hundreds of projects, including corporate events, special events, sporting events, auto shows, theatrical productions, themed attractions, concerts, awards shows and other TV & Film Productions.

Today, Joe uses his combined experience in Scenic Fabrication, Project Management, and Labor Services to ensure the best possible solutions for client production needs.

When not on the job, Joe enjoys spending time with his wife Dorte and children Connor and Zoe, as well as building street rods.